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What is ETF? Meaning, function and why you need it
The first exchange-traded fund (ETF) was launched in 1993. Fast forward to date, and the global ETF assets stand at a whopping $9.1 trillion. In 2020 alone, investors poured more than $730 billion...
Book value; What it means to investors in 2021
When it comes to valuing a company and deciding whether it would be a good investment or not, things can get a little tricky. Of course, there are a lot of metrics you can look at, but it can be...
Why do we need the stock market? Function and importance
The answer is simple. The stock market provides companies access to money. That is the primary reason we need stock markets. But that's not the only reason. Let's take a look at what constitutes a...
Enterprise value; Definition, importance, and calculation
What is enterprise value (EV)? In its simplest form, enterprise value (EV) is the theoretical takeover price of a company. Meaning, it is the company's market value, which you need to pay for...
Invest in index funds; A complete beginners guide for 2021
"Don't look for the needle in the haystack. Just buy the haystack!" That's John Bogle, on the importance of index funds. John Bogle was the founder and Chief Executive of The Vanguard Group. Most...
Differences between stocks and bonds; A complete guide
Most individuals when they are starting with investing, tend to have a lot of questions. And one of the most common questions of them all is - should I invest in stocks or bonds, or if I invest in...
How do stock markets work? Understanding the basics
When you start planning your finances, you'll see that personal finance essentially comes down to this; earning, saving, and investing. The first two, earning and saving are pretty straightforward....
Value trap; How it works and how to avoid in 2021
Value investing is one of the most popular investment strategies. The stock market has rewarded value investors with exponential returns. No wonder why so many new investors are intrigued by this...
Dividend investing for beginners; A guide to passive income
"How many millionaires do you know who have become wealthy by investing in savings accounts? I rest my case." — Robert G. Allen There are a lot of misconceptions when it comes to investing in the...
How to know when to sell a stock; 3 reasons to sell
Congratulations, you’ve made it! The fact that you’re currently reading this indicates that you chose to invest - which in itself is an achievement. And now that you own stocks, you want to know...
Investing vs saving; Which one should you choose?
“It's not how much money you make, but how much money you keep, how hard it works for you, and how many generations you keep it for” - Robert Kiyosaki Whether you’ve got your first paycheck, or...
Contrarian investors: A guide to betting against the market
"When everybody thinks alike, everybody is likely to be wrong." - Humphrey B. Neill, The Art of Contrary Thinking (1954) In life and the markets, many like to go with the crowd. People buy the same...
Growth investments; A beginner’s guide finding growth stocks
The goal of any investment strategy is simple - maximize returns. So what makes growth investing different? Well, with growth investing you're buying stocks that can produce a significantly higher...
Investing terms: Important terms every investor must know
Investing can seem intimidating, especially when you’re just starting out. Well, you’re not alone. We have made a list of investing terms for you, as you embark on your investment journey. Here is...
Is investing gambling? Understanding the difference
To answer the question, ‘Is investing the same as gambling?’ First, we should look at what exactly is investing and gambling. Gambling and investing Investing is the act of committing capital to...
Value investing strategy | Become a value investor
“Price is what you pay, value is what you get” These are the words of Warren Buffett, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, also one of the world’s richest men, and more importantly, one of the most successful...
What is penny stock; Should you buy it in 2021?
What is a penny stock? If you’ve ever watched the movie ‘The Wolf of Wall Street' you might be familiar with penny stocks. ‘Pink sheets’ and ‘penny stocks’ were how Jordan Belfort notoriously made...
First-time stock buyer? Here’s everything you need to know
Welcome to the stock market! Awesome! You’ve chosen to invest in stocks. Let me show you how you can buy your first stock(s), to start investing. And no, this is not as difficult as you think. In...
Stock Market Crash; Should you wait for one to buy stocks?
Should I wait for a market crash to buy stocks? We’ve all been there. More often than not, I have looked at stocks that I wanted to own, but I couldn’t because I felt they were overpriced. And I...
The next Amazon stock; Watch out for these companies
Amazon(NASDAQ: AMZN) is the largest eCommerce company in the world. It is also the world's largest online marketplace, AI assistant provider, live-streaming platform, and cloud computing platform as...